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Dionne Johnson

Atlanta

Summary

Dynamic Veterinary Assistant with proven expertise at Banfield Pet Hospital, enhancing surgical success rates and improving client booking efficiency. Skilled in intravenous catheterization and patient flow coordination, I excel in high-pressure environments, ensuring optimal animal care and support for distressed pet owners. Committed to advancing veterinary practices through continuous education and teamwork.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Veterinary Assistant

Banfield Pet Hospital
Atlanta
07.2017 - Current
  • Supported veterinarians and technicians in over 500 complex surgical procedures, enhancing success rates.
  • Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
  • Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
  • Implemented scheduling software, improving client booking efficiency by 20%.
  • Managed daily operations for a team of five technicians, achieving a 25% faster patient turnover.
  • Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals to ensure optimal care.
  • Conducted specialized tests to diagnose complex diseases, expanding diagnostic capabilities.
  • Led inventory management system implementation, reducing surgical supply costs by 20%.
  • Assisted in surgery preparation by organizing instruments and supplies prior to procedures.
  • Engaged with over 500 pet owners through an outreach program on animal health awareness.
  • Observed patients' conditions post-treatment or surgery to ensure healing process was progressing well.
  • Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
  • Prepared laboratory slides for microscopic examinations.
  • Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, microbiology cultures and hematology.
  • Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Attended regular continuing education courses related to veterinary medicine.
  • Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
  • Trained new veterinary staff on office procedures and requirements.
  • Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
  • Collected fluids from animals for laboratory testing.

Veterinary Assistant

South Fulton Pet Care and Emergency
Atlanta
06.2021 - 06.2023
  • Triage and maintain the flow of patients
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to pet owners in distress.
  • Present and clearly explain estimates
  • Maintaining a clean workspace
  • Responded to emergency calls promptly and efficiently
  • Delivered emergency first aid to sick or injured animals.
  • Surgical preparation of patients
  • Set up and assistance in surgical suite for various operative procedures
  • Anesthesia Monitoring
  • Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
  • Observed animals closely for any changes in behavior or physical condition
  • Cared for hospitalized pets under direct supervision of veterinarian staff members.
  • Monitored and maintained proper nutrition for patients
  • Assisted veterinarians with the examination, diagnosis, and treatment of animals.
  • Supported euthanasia procedures and disposal following regulations and owner preferences.
  • Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained and sterilized between uses.
  • Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
  • Companion Laser Therapy

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Veterinary Science

Penn Foster

Bachelor of Science - Biological Science

Georgia State University, College of Biological Science
Atlanta, Georgia

Bachelor of Science in Nursing BSN LPN - Nursing Science

Univ of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI

Skills

  • Intravenous catheterization
  • Veterinary diagnostics
  • Patient recordkeeping
  • Multitasking
  • Animal restraint and safety
  • Pre-anesthetic preparation
  • Procedure support
  • Urgent care management
  • Patient flow coordination
  • Sample collection and analysis
  • Radiology techniques
  • Team management
  • Surgical assistance and instrumentation
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Anesthetic administration and monitoring
  • Wound management and care
  • Post-operative patient monitoring
  • Venipuncture and catheter placement
  • IV therapy administration
  • Emergency procedures handling
  • Dental prophylaxis and procedures
  • Radiology and dental radiology expertise
  • Animal nutrition knowledge
  • Tooth extraction techniques
  • Limb casting support
  • Laboratory technician skills
  • Euthanasia procedure support

Certification

  • Tuskegee Veterinary Summer Enrichment and Reinforcement program certificate
  • Fear free certification
  • Radiology training certification
  • Animal Dentistry certification
  • Human Animal Bond certification
  • CDT (Certified dog trainer IACP)

References

DR. Richard Noel  706-540-3306

Dr Monica Hill   monicahill2011@gmail.com

Dr Tanner 334-559-2100

Dr W Hale  404-630-7937

addt references upon request

Timeline

Veterinary Assistant

South Fulton Pet Care and Emergency
06.2021 - 06.2023

Veterinary Assistant

Banfield Pet Hospital
07.2017 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Veterinary Science

Penn Foster

Bachelor of Science - Biological Science

Georgia State University, College of Biological Science

Bachelor of Science in Nursing BSN LPN - Nursing Science

Univ of Michigan

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